Weight Creeping Back

Try Tuna Creations. I was leery of them, but my Nutrition Action Newsletter gives them high marks, as do others on here. You have to get used to the taste ... they are more "fishy" than canned tuna because of the packaging, but really good and lots of flavors to choose from. You don't need to refrigerate them, they are low cal, and they are pretty good. Throw in some raw veggies and a whole grain slice of bread or put them in a 100% whole wheat sandwich thin and you have a meal that's filling and doesn't need refrigeration.

Look at Bento websites for ideas. So many things can go into lunches.

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/22907/mealtimes/lunch/bento-box/slideshow/easy-bento-box-lunch-ideas-for-work-and-school/

JeanCricket wrote: »

Hi my friends,

Well, after getting to goal weight 130 back in 2014, I’m back up 5-7 pounds.

Here’s my challenge: I am caregiving across 4 households and not focusing on my food intake the way I need to. Thinking of taking my food with me in one of those insulated lunch bags and looking for ideas from you guys.

Trying to be a bit more higher protein and lower on carbs. Allergic to shellfish and break out in rash from yogurt but no other food restrictions.

Looking forward to your ideas!

Thanks!

Jean

I hope the best for you Ms. Cricket...

i take frozen leftovers

That amount of weight gain in 4 years is still amazing to me, so congratulations on that!
For me I’m all about really quick and simply lunches:
- salads (I like apple and chicken salads)
- Sandwiches
- Soups
- Chilli

After 4 years, I think you are awesome for only gaining back a few pounds. You lost before, you can do it again. I, too, think it is great that you recognize what needs to be done. Now, do it!

Can you meal prep on a weekend maybe or when you have a bit of extra time? Then all you do is stick it in your lunch box, the insulated kind, and that's it. I take egg, some cheese and various raw veggies with me every day for lunch (broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, radishes, peppers, tomatoes, sliced cabbage, green beans, anything really ), plus some fruit, like a sliced apple, or peach, or pear. Sometimes i bring cottage cheese or yogurt, but you obviously can't have that. Also, cold cuts, tuna salad that you can make ahead and preportion. You can use bread or sandwich wrap or even lettuce leafs and use plastic wrap to seal it. Leftovers from dinner can make a great lunch too, especially if you couldn't meal prep ahead of time. If your days are long, pack a couple of snacks too

I did the same thing after six years I think. Last May my doctor put my on the Whole30 diet for reasons other thn weight loss. I did it with my husband. He and I both - him without logging - lost 6 pounds in a month. I dropped 5 without changing calories.

The primary change was not calories, it was macros. My protein went up to 30% without trying. I realized it was much like my initial MFP diet when I dropped milk, cheese, and bread to easily hit my calorie goals.

Whole 30 drops alcohol, grains, sweeteners, legumes and dairy for a month. We felt so much better we've been on it since May - just added back alcohol and recently rice.

Since May I've dropped all the weight I had edged up on and am looking forward to getting down to my lowest weight. But the food was good, my calories didn't change, and it was easy.